Draughtsperson

Operational Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients, consultants, engineers, and stakeholders to understand design requirements.
• Prepare accurate technical drawings, schematics, and plans using AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software.
• Update drawings throughout the project lifecycle in line with client changes, site instructions, or design revisions.
• Conduct site evaluations and measurements to support design accuracy.
• Provide technical input during planning and execution phases and collaborate with Operations on project coordination.
• Attend site and coordination meetings to ensure design intent is implemented correctly.
• Coordinate with the Procurement team by providing technical specifications required for purchasing materials.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain organised records of drawings, revisions, design files, and technical documentation.
• File and track variations, approvals, and client communications related to technical changes.
• Assist with the preparation of handover documentation, including as-built drawings.
• Support contract close-out documentation relating to technical deliverables.

Quality Responsibilities

• Ensure all drawings meet DLI quality standards and client requirements.
• Validate information collected from site visits before incorporating it into project drawings.
• Support the continuous improvement of design practices and internal drafting standards.
• Participate in design reviews and quality audits as required.

HSE Responsibilities

• Follow DLI’s Health & Safety requirements during all site visits.
• Identify and report any hazards related to design issues observed on-site.
• Ensure design considerations reflect safe installation and maintenance practices.

Asset Responsibilities

• Safeguard company tools, including laptops, CAD software, surveying tools, and design equipment.
• Report any damage or malfunction of work tools promptly.
• Ensure software licences and tools are updated and used responsibly.

Financial Responsibilities

• Provide technical input to assist QS and procurement teams with material quantities or specifications when requested.
• Support cost-control discussions by offering design-related clarification.

Reporting Responsibilities

• Provide regular progress updates to the Draughting & QS Manager.
• Prepare drawing registers, revision logs, and reports on pending design deliverables.
• Highlight any risks or delays related to design tasks.

Attitude & Culture Responsibilities

• Maintain professionalism and respect when engaging with colleagues, clients, and site staff.
• Adopt a solutions-oriented approach and collaborate effectively with multiple disciplines.
• Uphold DLI’s values of quality, integrity, and accountability.

Training Responsibilities

• Stay updated on industry standards, CAD techniques, and new design technologies.
• Participate in internal training and share knowledge with junior team members.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/Degree in Draughting, Engineering, Construction, or related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD / CAD software is essential.
• Valid driving licence preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in drafting within the construction or MEP industry.